Question

Using the Pythagorean theorem what is the value of s?

Answer 1

17

Explanation:

We do a^2+b^2=c^2,

8^2+15^2=c^2

64+225=289

Square root of 289 = 17

c=17

You should search up Pythagorean triplets, they're basically common side lengths used for right triangles and 8,15,17 is one triplet.

Let me know if you have any questions

Answer 2

Answer: 17

Step-by-step explanation: 15 squared plus 8 squared equals the square root of 289 which is equal to 17 because 17 squared is... 289